Apple has canceled Vital Signs, its first foray into TV drama with a peek into the early life of rapper Dr. Dre. The reason for the abrupt cancellation is unclear. But a report in the Wall Street Journal claims that Apple CEO Tim Cook himself canceled…
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What Spotify Exclusive? Joe Budden Announces a 10-Episode Revolt TV Talk Show
Spotify’s exclusive podcast with Joe Budden isn’t the only place the rapper is expanding his brand after his split with Complex. Technically, this probably doesn’t violate Joe Budden’s exclusive deal with Spotify. But moments a…
It’s Official: X Factor Italy Drops Asia Argento Over Sexual Assault Allegations
After a series of child sexual abuse allegations, Asia Argento has been dropped from X Factor Italy. The Italian actress will still appear in the first seven episodes of this season, starting in September, as those episodes were filmed over the summer….
Downtown Music Publishing acquires over 3,000 film and TV music rights
Publisher acquires music from Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Project Runway and The Real World
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J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Is Starting an Indie Label – Introducing ‘Loud Robot’
J.J. Abrams’ production company, Bad Robot, is launching an indie record label to better feed the machine. Director and producer J.J. Abrams is well known for hit television series and movies including Lost, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and the …
MTV’s Video Music Awards Won’t Have a Host This Year
MTV wants to let the music speak, and sing, for itself. In a move that will likely surprise fans, MTV’s Video Music Awards (VMAs) will not have a host this year. Executive producer Bruce Gillmer explained why, saying “We want to let the mus…
The Song ‘Hey There Delilah’ Is Being Turned Into a TV Series About a Long-Distance Relationship
Remember that tune that starts with someone asking about a girl named Delilah and what it’s like living in New York City? Odds are you’ve then heard the song, “Hey There Delilah” by Plain White T’s. The Grammy-nominated l…
The Music Modernization Act Has Brand-New Enemies: Sirius XM & Music Choice
The Music Modernization Act (MMA) isn’t out of the woods yet. Now, there are fresh assaults from both Sirius XM Radio and Music Choice to derail the bill. After a seemingly frictionless glide through the House of Representatives, the Music Modern…
Music Choice Has Until August 31st to Accept a $120 Million Buyout Offer
What’s a cable-based music service worth these days? Ahead of the weekend, Canadian-based firm Stingray has made an unsolicited offer to acquire rival Music Choice for $120 million. But that deal has a time limit attached. Music Choice is a cong…
It’s Official: Universal Music Group Inks a Multi-Year Lionsgate Deal
Universal Music Group + Lionsgate. It’s kind of a big deal. Word of this deal has been bubbling for awhile, and the companies have been partnering on projects for years. Now, that relationship is going to intensify, with music-themed TV project…